The Aerodrome (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1983, The Aerodrome is a drama, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Giles Foster, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. In the future England is ruled by a fascist government, and one day the leaders begin the construction of a heavily guarded, mysterious airport. BBC adaptation of Rex Warner's 1941 novel of the same name. A stereotypical village in a somewhat alternative England is taken over wholesale by 'The Air Force.' Living in the village is young Roy, who has just learned he is not who he thought he was. Attempting to forge a new sense of identity, he joins the dashing Air Force, seduced by its dynamism and direct and brutal ways.
Who’s in it. The Aerodrome stars Peter Firth as Roy, Dominic Jephcott as Flt. Lieut. Mark, Richard Briers as The Rector and Richard Johnson as Air Commander, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Aerodrome has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Aerodrome page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Aerodrome tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Aerodrome (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Aerodrome change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Aerodrome worth watching?
- The Aerodrome holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, science fiction and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Aerodrome?
- The Aerodrome stars Peter Firth, Dominic Jephcott, Richard Briers, Richard Johnson and Jill Bennett.
- When was The Aerodrome released?
- The Aerodrome was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.